Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory Care

Advocate Aurora Health • Chicago, IL

336d • $62 - $93

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist Ambulatory Care position is located in Chicago, IL, specifically at 2301 E 93rd St. This full-time role involves providing direct face-to-face care within a progressive clinical pharmacy practice, focusing on managing a chronic disease patient panel, particularly high-risk patients with uncontrolled chronic disease states such as Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Failure, Hyperlipidemia, and Obesity. The pharmacist will optimize medication therapy through a collaborative scope of practice.

Requirements

• Pharmacist license issued in the state(s) of practice.
• Specialty certification required to be obtained within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
• PGY1 ASHP residency required.
• Typically requires 5 years of experience or relevant specialized PGY2 residency.

Nice To Haves

• PGY2 residency preferred.
• Demonstrated decision making, team building, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training development skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates expertise in clinical practice and manages a panel of patients with chronic diseases using comprehensive medication management services.
• Provides clinical support for complex cases and acts as a resource for others.
• Leads and participates in medication safety advancements and performance improvement activities.
• Serves as a clinical pharmacy resource to ensure clinically appropriate cost-effective medication therapies.
• Collaborates with other patient care practitioners to deliver optimal drug therapy.
• Supports clinical outcomes including improved quality measures and patient satisfaction.
• Leads training and educational discussions regarding ambulatory care pharmacology.
• Serves as a preceptor for interns, students, and residents.
• Contributes to literature through publications, research, and presentations.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree